The stress, uncertainty, and repeated cycles of hope and disappointment can profoundly affect how partners connect, communicate, and navigate their shared experience.

If someone trusts you enough to tell you about a pregnancy loss, know that you are being welcomed into their inner circle of care.

So now that you’ve been welcomed in, what do you do?

One of the most common emotions I hear new moms talk about is guilt, specifically what we’ve come to know as “mom guilt.” It usually shows up when moms are doing something for themselves: spending time with friends, taking a solo trip, or even just resting.

But I have to be honest—I don’t think guilt is the right word for what we’re feeling.

Our bodies change in so many ways throughout pregnancy and in the postpartum period. They grow bigger and softer, they stretch and ache. Your body almost doesn’t feel like your own.

Sarah Goodman and Laura Reisman founded Rooted in 2025 after working together for many years in various capacities. Rooted was born from the desire to help parents and intended parents build a strong foundation for their own mental health so they can help their families thrive.